{"product_id":"hui-shou-xiang-hibiki-35nian-yao-cai-ping-bi-yang-ping","title":"Recycling Hibiki 35-Year-Old Shimmering Bottle and Biyang Bottle","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 35-Year-Old Yoasai and Hekiyo Bottles: Why Cloisonné Enamel Craftsmanship is the Most Difficult in the Hibiki Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Yoasai Bottle\" is a metal-based cloisonné enamel bottle specially developed by Suntory for the Hibiki 35-year-old. \"Hekiyo\" refers to the jade green enamel glaze, inspired by the clear blue sky. Cloisonné enamel (七寶燒, shippoyaki) is a traditional Japanese metal-based enamel technique: metal wires are first bent into patterns, then filled with enamel glaze, and repeatedly fired and polished. The process is complex and yields a low success rate. For this reason, these limited-edition Yoasai bottles are considered one of the most challenging artisanal bottles in the Hibiki series. Paired with the high-aged blended whisky of Hibiki 35-year-old, both the liquid and the vessel stand at the pinnacle of the series, which is the fundamental reason for its long-term scarcity in the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Hibiki and Suntory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHibiki is Suntory's flagship \u003cb\u003eblended whisky\u003c\/b\u003e, not a single malt. One of the rare aspects of its blending craftsmanship is the use of malt whiskies aged in plum wine casks, which imparts a smooth, fruity sweetness to the body, a flavor profile difficult for other blended brands to replicate. The overall body is composed of malt whiskies from Yamazaki and Hakushu, and grain whiskies from Chita. For the 35-year-old, the old stock of unblended whiskies available for blending is already scarce. Furthermore, high-aged whiskies evaporate at a rate of approximately 2% to 4% annually in the cask due to the \"Angel's Share,\" resulting in significant cumulative loss and naturally limiting the number of bottles produced. This page focuses on explaining the identification methods for cloisonné enamel craftsmanship and the market positioning of the Yoasai bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Identification Points for Cloisonné Enamel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Dimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnamel Glaze Luster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, mirror-like glaze surface with saturated colors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMinor cracks or crazing on the glaze surface due to impacts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Wire Lines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClear cloisonné wires, no breaks or misalignment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCrooked lines, uneven glaze application.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNo oxidation on the metal rims of the bottle mouth and base.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal parts oxidized, turned black or green.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHekiyo Color Purity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBright, translucent jade green, echoing the clear sky.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePossible discoloration or dullness from prolonged sunlight exposure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePositioning of Yoasai Bottles within the Hibiki Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarket Popularity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegular Glass Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 24-faceted glass bottle.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh circulation, entry-level.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eArita-yaki Ceramic Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic craftsmanship (Iro-e \/ Sometsuke).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-to-high-end collectors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eYoasai Cloisonné Enamel Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal-based enamel, highest craftsmanship difficulty.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTop-tier art collectors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eKutani-yaki Ceramic Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCeramic craftsmanship (Yoshidaya-style \/ Ko-Kutani-style).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollectors who prefer classical styles.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Factors Affecting Resale Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Box and Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eIntact original box, complete certificates and accessories.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNo box, missing accessories.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnamel Glaze Surface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eIntact glaze surface, rich luster, no flaking.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eChipped glaze from impacts, flaking glaze.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Edging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClean metal parts, no obvious oxidation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOxidized to black or green, obvious scratches.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeal and Fill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUnbroken seal, no leakage, full fill level.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePreviously opened, leakage, significant drop in fill level.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConsignment Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eOnline Preliminary Estimate\u003c\/b\u003e: Send photos of the front and back of the bottle, fill level, and outer box via WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e. We will reply with a reference price as soon as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eVersion Confirmation\u003c\/b\u003e: Verify the enamel glaze color, cloisonné craftsmanship, and metal body condition, comparing them against the current week's market prices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eOn-Site Transaction\u003c\/b\u003e: If the price is suitable, we will arrange for an appraisal at our store or at your location. After inspection, payment will be made immediately in cash or via FPS. All transactions are confidential, and appointments can be made across Hong Kong, Kowloon, New Territories, and Macau.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: The metal rim of the bottle mouth has slight oxidation and discoloration. Can I clean it myself?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease do not attempt to clean it yourself. Using polishing agents or chemical cleaners on the metal parts can damage the original factory's protective oxide layer, leading to permanent damage. We recommend sending photos via WhatsApp so we can assess the current condition and determine if it affects the valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: There are minor cracks on the enamel surface of my cloisonné bottle. Will you still buy it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, we will. Minor cracks (known as \"crazing\") that naturally form on the cloisonné enamel surface over time are considered charming by some collectors. However, if the cracks are caused by impacts resulting in enamel flaking, it will affect the valuation, and we would need to assess the condition from photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Do I need to clean the bottle until it looks brand new before selling?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is no need to deliberately clean it. Simply keep it in its original state and avoid chemical cleaners; over-processing may damage the enamel surface and metal body, affecting the appraisal. It is most reliable for us to provide a quote based on its current condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstant Quote via WhatsApp: \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Models for Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe market valuation for Hibiki varies significantly between different vintages, cask types, and label versions. Below are the Hibiki models we primarily purchase. It's more reliable to cross-reference before selling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4-%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%87%92-%E5%90%89%E7%94%B0%E5%B1%8B%E9%A2%A8%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E5%9C%96%E8%A7%92%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Yoshidaya Style Birds and Flowers Square Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BFblossom-harmony-2021%E9%99%90%E5%AE%9A%E7%89%88\"\u003eHIBIKI BLOSSOM HARMONY 2021 Limited Edition Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%84%BC%E5%90%89%E7%94%B0%E5%B1%8B%E9%A2%A8%E6%9E%87%E6%9D%B7%E6%96%87%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Yoshidaya Style Loquat Design Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%84%92%E5%8F%A4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E9%A2%A8%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E5%9C%96%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Ko-Kutani Style Birds and Flowers Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%84%BC%E8%89%B2%E7%B5%B5%E7%AB%B9%E6%A2%85%E5%AF%85%E6%96%87%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Arita-yaki Iro-e Bamboo, Plum, and Tiger Design Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the market prices for different vintages and versions of Hibiki, please browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E9%9F%BF%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003elatest Hibiki buyback prices\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Buyback Models List\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also visit the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44215717757145,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/35_-_-_-_-Hibiki-35-Japanese-Whisky.jpg?v=1698481569","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/hui-shou-xiang-hibiki-35nian-yao-cai-ping-bi-yang-ping","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}